Culture of innovation not just for startups and private sector - PM Najib
He said the government will continue to stress on nurturing creativity and innovation among Malaysians in an effort to generate new economic avenues and bring the country to greater heights.
Tue Dec 12 2017
Civil service gives commitment to implement budget 2018 promptly - KSN
The Chief Secretary to the Government Tan Sri Dr Ali Hamsa has given the assurance that civil servants will ensure allocations channeled via Budget 2018 are fully utilised for the people and country.
Sat Oct 28 2017
Proposed Social Workers Profession Bill to be tabled in cabinet
The bill, which was in the midst of a final review, is crucial as the country prepares to face old age status by 2030 when the population, aged 60 and above, reaches 15% out of the total population.
Sun Oct 01 2017
NBOS programme records remarkable success - PM Najib
The implementation of the National Blue Ocean Strategy (NBOS) programme has been remarkably successfully in providing the best services to the people at optimum spending.
Sat Sep 23 2017
Anifah holds TN50 dialogue with Malaysians in Manila
Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Anifah Aman held a National Transformation 2050 (TN50) dialogue with fellow Malaysians in Manila, the Philippines yesterday.
Sun Aug 06 2017
KDN sets up special hotline for human trafficking reports
The special hotline, 03-8000 8000, was an initiative under the National Blue Ocean Strategy (NBOS) and in line with the aspiration of Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid.
Wed Aug 02 2017
Customs confident of collecting additional RM3 billion in GST
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department is confident of achieving the target of collecting additional RM3 billion in Goods and Services Tax.
Mon May 22 2017
Sabah safe for international tourists - Mohamed Nazri
Tourism and Culture Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz said it is safe for international tourists to visit Sabah.
Wed May 03 2017
Finance Ministry to offer BI1M on larger scale this year
The Finance Ministry has allocated more than RM4 million for the second phase of the Bahasa Inggeris 1Malaysia (BI1M) this year to offer free English lessons on a larger scale nationwide.
Sun Apr 30 2017
MDTCC allocates RM39.4 million for MyFarm outlet project under CCM
The Ministry of Domestic trade, Cooperatives and Consumerism is allocating RM39.4 million this year for implementation of the MyFarm Outlet project under the Cooperatives Commission of Malaysia (CCM).
Tue Apr 25 2017
JPJ denies going after school students to issue summonses
The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has brushed off allegations that it had conducted enforcement in school compounds, including issuing summonses on students who committed traffic offences.
Sun Apr 02 2017
Customs expects to collect additional RM3 billion in GST next year
The Royal Malaysian Customs Department expected an additional collection of RM3 billion in Goods and Services Tax next year through the Customs Blue Ocean Strategy Operations (Ops CBOS) approach.
Wed Dec 28 2016
860 teaching assistants to ease workload - Chong Sin Woon
To reduce the administrative workload of teachers, a total of 860 teaching assistants have been hired as daily temporary staff at schools in Melaka and Kedah this year.
Mon Nov 14 2016
PM launches NSOF to act swiftly against terrorist threats
NSOF comprises of the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM), the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) and the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA).
Thu Oct 27 2016
Customs Dept to launch Ops CBOS on GST from Sept 1
The first phase of the Customs Blue Ocean Strategy Operation will involve 1,500 Customs officers and will run until year-end.
Mon Aug 29 2016
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024